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Audubon, Pennsylvania

PJM Interconnection coordinates the movement of electricity to over 65 million people. My role at PJM Interconnection is to design and produce engaging multimedia designs, motion graphics, and promotional videos to be used for internal and external use.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Conceptualize, illustrate, animate, and edit multimedia and motion graphics designs using state-of-the-art video-producing software● Produce and optimize video for social media platforms including Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube● Storyboard, produce, and assemble video for internal and external corporate promotional use● Direct and oversee videography and photography shoots as well as installations of corporate media● Give creative direction to external vendors for videography and voiceover needs● Manage and maintain internal and external video databases and platforms including YouTube, Kaltura, and Airtable● Implement closed captioning technology to allow for a more easily accessible video experience● Record, mix, and edit audio to be used for podcasts, music, dialogue, sound design, and sound effects in the corporate environment● Provide instruction and guidance on remote audio/video recording techniques and technologies● Work alongside a creative team to produce visually stunning graphic and interactive designs● Present intelligent design strategies to efficiently communicate creative ideas in a professional environment

Audubon, Pennsylvania, United States

KamiAri Studio is an incredibly talented design studio that sells products ranging from clothing to enamel pins. I was given the honor of handling all of the motion graphics for their massively successful Kickstarter campaign.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Produce promotional content for social media and web use● Combine all motion design materials into a concise promotional video● Provide motion design guidance for the creation of digital assets● Optimize video for social media and web platforms including Instagram and TikTok● Rig and animate a multitude of 2D characters● Create seamless loops for a fluid viewing experience

Tatamy, Pennsylvania

Hawkeye's Nest is a family-owned owned business that specializes in hand-crafting Native American style flutes and woodworking. They needed to take their business to the next level with a sophisticated website. I designed and developed their website using Squarespace, a content-management system that will allow the client to easily edit their website for the future. Furthermore, I was also responsible for all photography, product management and copywriting. The website can be viewed at www.HawkeyesNest.com- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Develop a responsive website using the content-management system, Squarespace● Create a satisfying user experience for new and returning customers● Manage and visually refresh content including new products, photography, events and copyrighting● Beautify and edit photography using Adobe Photoshop● Write and edit all copywriting● Design a consistent brand presence that can be reflected throughout the website● Build wireframes and prototypes to be used in development of final website● Optimize website for mobile use● Photograph products and events to be used for retail, promotion and hero images● Manage products and commerce including pricing, product imagery, inventory, shipping

Quakertown, Pennsylvania

Bitcoin Buyer's Guide is an easy-to-understand online guide for investing in cryptocurrency. The upcoming website will feature tutorials, news and blog posts. I designed a welcoming brand to attract those intimidated by the world of cryptocurrency as well as those currently in the market. I also developed a short logo animation to be used as an introduction to future promotional videos as well as social media and web content.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Design a welcoming brand to entice new users into the world of cryptocurrency● Develop motion graphics to be used for informational and promotional videos● Create social media and web content for future promotional use

Bethlehem, Pa

This position focused heavily on adapting artwork for specific dielines, working with production files, creating 3D renderings and discovering creative solutions to refresh packaging under time-sensitive deadlines. The brands I worked with included Peeps, Mike and Ike, Hot Tamales, Peanut Chews and Teenee Beanee.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Produce quality artwork and oversee that designs meet specific production guidelines including, dielines, sizing, formatting, colors and print material● Find beautiful solutions to design packaging and promotional material● Assist clients, co-workers and marketing teams with a large array of design services● Prepare and review digital assets to ensure they are the correct specifications upon delivery● Design new flavors, line-extensions and seasonal packaging● Collaborate with third-party design files/artwork● Manage multiple time-sensitive projects at any given time● Prepare and adapt artwork for production/pre-press● Create photography through the use of 3D rendering software● Manage and organize an online-database of all artwork/assets● Craft physical mockups of digital packaging● Communicate with third-party printers and design agencies

Bethlehem, Pa

Remotely consulted with the Just Born Retail Group to create visually stunning web, video, print, animation, and packaging design. Brands include Peeps, Mike and Ike, Hot Tamales, Peanut Chews and Teenee Beanee.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Animated promotional videos to be used in retail and web environments● Design web material including website banners, email blasts and special online offers ● Design promotional easel signs, product inserts, and presentation templates● Remotely communicate and work effectively with a team● Manage multiple time-sensitive projects at any given time

Bethlehem, Pa

Acquired the knowledge and skillset to work in a professional design environment with a strong team. The brands I worked with included Peeps, Mike and Ike, Hot Tamales, Peanut Chews and Teenee Beanee.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Understand the importance of brand identity● Learn how to work effectively with a team● Design web material including website banners, email blasts and special online offers ● Design promotional easel signs, product inserts, and presentation templates● Create motion graphics and promotional company videos● Manage multiple time-sensitive projects at any given time

Mount Laurel, Nj

Provided the motion graphics during the rebrand of Labor First, a full-service Retiree Benefit Manager that provides customized health benefit solutions and member advocacy services for retirees. Labor First required an animated introduction to future infomercials, testimonials and promotional videos.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Write, storyboard and animate various versions of Labor First's new, rebranded logo ● Prepare pre-existing assets to be used for animation and motion design● Retain the vision of a brand through strong communication between designers

Bethlehem, Pa

Developed an introduction logo animation video for Horsemanship 4 Life, an online training course for aspiring equestrians. The video will be used for future informational and promotional videos.- RESPONSIBILITIES -● Animate an introduction video to be used for informational and promotional videos ● Prepare pre-existing assets to be used for animation and motion design● Collaborate with a small team to provide deliverables for a very time-sensitive project● Retain the vision of a brand through strong communication between designers

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design

Associate'S Degree, Design And Visual Communications, General